Ophthalmic Technician jobs in Clearwater, FL
Ophthalmic Technician provides technical services to assigned ophthalmic patients and assists ophthalmologists or optometrists in the examination and treatment of eye disorders. Takes patient history, conducts visual acuity screenings, and performs various technical procedures, including refractometry, tonometry, lensometry, and keratometry. Being an Ophthalmic Technician prepares patients for exams and procedures. Operates, maintains, and sanitizes ophthalmic equipment and instruments. Additionally, Ophthalmic Technician may assist physicians in performing minor surgical and laser procedures. May dispense contact lenses. Typically requires an associate degree. May require Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA). May require Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT). Typically reports to a manager. Ophthalmic Technician's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Ophthalmic Technician
- Ascend Vision Partners
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Palm Harbor, FL
FULL_TIME
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We are seeking a Full-Time energetic and reliable individual to join our team as an Ophthalmic Technician.
The successful candidate will be responsible for gathering important patient medical history; perform visual screening and diagnostic testing prior to doctor's visit with patient. The technician will ensure that exam rooms are cleaned between patients, including sanitizing equipment. Assist and facilitate smooth patient flow, along with working with Doctors to coordinate the patient flow.
Responsibilities:- Captures ocular and systemic history and accurately record visual acuity
- Performs essential diagnostic tests such as visual acuity, manual refraction, topography, basic manual lensometry (single vision, multifocal, and progressive lenses), pachymetry, tonometry, OCT, IOL Master, and Humphrey visual field
- Administer topical ophthalmic medication or oral medications under the direction of the Physician
- Administers diagnostic tests
- Assist with in-office procedures ensuring proper informed consent is obtained, set up and clean up room from procedures
- Assists with patient education
- Instructs the patient regarding testing procedures
- Maintains cleanliness and keeps equipment in order within the exam rooms during the workday
- May assist in providing training to other ophthalmic personnel, as assigned
- May function as a scribe for the ophthalmologist
- May assist with laser and ophthalmic procedures
- Perform other tasks as required
Qualifications & Skills:- Minimum six months past experience in the ophthalmic/medical field with patient interaction
- Ophthalmic Technician: 1 year (Preferred)
- Computer Skills; Typing, Word
- Strong ophthalmic knowledge
- Ability to speak clearly and concisely
- Exceptional customer service skills
- Ability to establish, and maintain effective working relationships with patients, employees and the public
- Ability to exercise judgment, initiative, and possess problem-solving skills
- Professional communication with internal and external contacts and patients
- Attention to detail and accuracy in a fast paced, multi-tasking environment is essential
- Knowledge of proper grammar, spelling, and punctuation Benefits
- Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred
Benefits:- 401K
- Health Insurance
- Dental Inruance
- Disability Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Advancement to paid ophthalmology certifications: Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA), Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT), and Certified Ophthalmic Medical Technologist (COMT)
Job Type:
Full-time
Work Schedule:
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Ophthalmic Technician
- The Eye Institute of West Florida
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Largo, FL
FULL_TIME
- Title: Ophthalmic Technician Company: The Eye Institute of West Florida Location: Largo, FL Travel: Travel to our other offices in Clearwater, St. Petersburg and Tampa is required as needed. We do pay...
- 1 Month Ago
Ophthalmic Technician (part-time)
- The Eye Institute of West Florida
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Largo, FL
PART_TIME
- Title: Ophthalmic Technician Company: The Eye Institute of West Florida Location: Largo, FL Travel: Travel to our other offices in Clearwater, St. Petersburg and Tampa is required as needed. We do pay...
- 2 Days Ago
Optometric/Ophthalmic Technician
- Healing EyeCare, Dr.Nora Gindi
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Clearwater, FL
FULL_TIME
- Ophthalmic/Optometric Tech/Scribe (Clearwater)Compensation: commensurate with experienceEmployment type: Full-time _ ** Please complete the Phone Interview, and all assessments to be considered for an...
- 16 Days Ago
Optometric/Ophthalmic Technician
- Healing EyeCare, Dr.Nora Gindi
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Clearwater, FL
FULL_TIME
- Ophthalmic/Optometric Tech/Scribe (Clearwater)Compensation: commensurate with experienceEmployment type: Full-time _ ** Please complete the Phone Interview, and all assessments to be considered for an...
- 16 Days Ago
Ophthalmic Assistant-Experienced
- Eye Site of Tampa Bay
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Clearwater, FL
FULL_TIME
- Are you ready to LOVE your job?! EXCITING OPPORTUNITY to become a key member of an outstanding Eye Care professional team. Eye Site of Tampa Bay is growing and looking for an experienced Ophthalmic Te...
- 1 Month Ago
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Radiology Technologist PRN
- MD Now
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Clearwater, FL
- Description This position is incentive eligible. Introduction Are you looking for a work environment where diversity and...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) 7pm - 7am shift
- Aspire at Sand Key
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Clearwater, FL
- Aspire at Sand Key - Aspire Health Group is looking for a qualified Licensed LPN's to join our family! Do you thrive in ...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Tissue Placement Coordinator
- Lions World Vision Institute
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Tampa, FL
- The Tissue Placement Coordinator is responsible for placement and distribution of human eye tissue with surgeons and hos...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
Laboratory Services Specialist III
- Lions World Vision Institute
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Tampa, FL
- Position Purpose The Laboratory Services position is responsible for the evaluation and processing of donated ocular tis...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
Ophthalmic Assistant
- Adler Eye Institute
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Bradenton, FL
- Job Description Job Description Part time ophthalmic technician needed. 24-30 hours a week. Busy one doctor office. Exce...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
Tissue Placement Coordinator
- Lions World Vision Institute
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Tampa, FL
- The Tissue Placement Coordinator is responsible for placement and distribution of human eye tissue with surgeons and hos...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
Ophthalmic Assistant
- Adler Eye Institute
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Bradenton, FL
- Job Description Job Description Part time ophthalmic technician needed. 24-30 hours a week. Busy one doctor office. Exce...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
Resident Care Assistants (RCA)
- Right At Home
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Clearwater, FL
- WE ARE GROWING and Right at Home has IMMEDIATE shifts to fill. Work for one of the top-rated agencies in town! Right at ...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Clearwater, Florida
Clearwater is a city located in Pinellas County, Florida, United States, northwest of Tampa and St. Petersburg. To the west of Clearwater lies the Gulf of Mexico and to the southeast lies Tampa Bay. As of the 2010 census, the city had a population of 107,685. Clearwater is the county seat of Pinellas County and is the smallest of the three principal cities in the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater metropolitan area, most commonly referred to as the Tampa Bay Area.
Cleveland Street is one of the city's historic avenues, and the city includes Spectrum Field and Coachman Park. The city is separated ...
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Income Estimation for Ophthalmic Technician jobs
$44,627 to $57,732
Clearwater, Florida area prices
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